1. a small beetle of the family Dermestidae that feeds on dried organic matter such as skin, fur, feathers, or stored food products
Usage: entomology

1. of or relating to beetles of the family Dermestidae
Usage: entomology

Examples

• The museum curator discovered dermestid beetles had damaged several preserved specimens.
• Dermestid larvae are commonly used by forensic scientists to clean bones.
• The entomologist identified the pest as a dermestid beetle feeding on the wool carpet.
• Dermestid infestations can cause significant damage to natural history collections.
• The forensic team employed dermestid colonies to prepare skeletal remains for analysis.
• Stored grain facilities must monitor for dermestid activity to prevent contamination.